Ingredients

  • 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
  • 8 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2/3 c. key lime juice
  • 1/4 c. grated lime rind
  • salt, dash
  • 1/4 c. cornstarch
  • 1 c. unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 c. whipped cream
  • 1/4 c. sifted powder sugar
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract

Method

  • In double boiler beat together eggs and sugar.
  • Work cornstarch into softened butter and add to egg mixture.
  • Add lime juice, zest of rind, and salt.
  • Cook until thick.
  • Pour into graham cracker crust.
  • Let pie cool completely.